Cale Guest House, in Porto's Historic Center, offers a genuine retreat. Guests start with a breakfast buffet, then relax on the terrace or garden. Multilingual staff assist with dry cleaning and luggage storage.
Located in Centro / Baixa, a neighborhood in Porto, Cale Guest House is in a shopping district and on a river. Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matosinhos Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alfandega Congress Center or Rosa Mota Pavilion. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Porto travel guide
Close to Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge, Cale Guest House provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Crib (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On a river
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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1 building
4 floors
Built in 1750
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Crib (surcharge)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pay movies
Plasma TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 28 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 5066
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cale Guest House pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Cale Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Cale Guest House?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Cale Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 28 per vehicle applies.
Where is Cale Guest House located?
Located in Centro / Baixa, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of São Domingos Square and Ribeira Square. Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge are also within 10 minutes. Infante Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Clérigos Stop is 6 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cale Guest House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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From the moment we arrived, the hospitality at Cale Guest House was exceptional. Check-in was warm and welcoming, complete with a thoughtful offer of coffee and breakfast. Communication before arrival was prompt and helpful, setting the tone for a smooth stay. We were given a personal tour of the amenities, including a stunning terrace that quickly became one of our favorite spots to unwind. Every detail reflected genuine care and attentiveness. Highly recommend for anyone seeking comfort, charm, and outstanding service in Porto.
The staff was amazing, friendly, warm, and informational. They served a wonderful Portuguese breakfast with a variety of bread, cheeses, Pastries and meats. The hostess was very accommodating and warm
This small guesthouse is a gem! Our twin double room had a large sitting area and was probably more than 400 sq ft.
The communication before arrival was excellent. The breakfast was very good and they allowed us to check our luggage while we explored the city.
I would stay there again.
Denise
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Matthew Thomas
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Located in an excellent, central area. As similar reviews noted, it was fairly noisy when someone was walking past the bedroom door due to the wooden floorboards. Breakfast was a nice selection of pastries/ meats/ cheeses and hot drinks. Would stay again and recommend to family and friends
This is a gem 💎. The guest house location is great. The rooms are very large and so very comfortable. The hostess was amazing and so helpful with finding places. An award winning restaurant next door and other 20 steps away. I can’t say enough of how much we enjoyed our stay. Absolutely loved it 💖
Carrie
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Jeffrey
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cale Guest House is a heritage property with many stairs. We knew this prior to staying, but still a lot of climbing. The amenities were simple, yet met our needs.
The staff were great, the rooms tidy and clean and beds were absolutely the best. Breakfast was quite adequate and tasty.
The location near the river was ideal for dining, but crazy busy for the end of September.
We enjoyed our stay.
I had a wonderful stay at Cale Guest House. The location is perfect—so accessible to many of Porto's top sightseeing spots, making it easy to explore the city. The view from my room was exceptional, and the rooftop area added an extra special touch for enjoying the night scenery. The house itself is old but beautiful, filled with character, and the staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful.
A couple of small downsides were that there was no elevator, which might be challenging for those with heavy luggage, and no refrigerator in the room. However, these were minor inconveniences, and overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my time here. I'd highly recommend Cale Guest House to anyone looking to experience Porto’s charm!
We stayed 1 night of 3 nights here and wish we had done it all at Cale. While it doesn’t have huge extra amenities it is clean , rooms big, view incredible. Feels like home.
Could not be more central. Everything is within a few minutes walk. The staff (thanks Chris and others) knock themselves out to make you feel at home. Breakfast is great and the welcome discussion and orientation at arrival over complimentary port is fantastic . When we come back we will stay here again.
Beautiful property....excellent location ...only downfall was no parking but that has nothing to do with property ....construction out front ...again not the fault of the property!! Breakfast was so nice ....beautiful presentation and staff was super nice !!!